Sawnee Campground

Category: Campground in Cumming, Georgia

Address: 3200 Buford Dam Rd, Cumming, GA 30041, USA

Phone: +17708870592

Reviews

Jeyakrishnan Pitchaikani

Aug 23, 2022

It’s wonderful camping experience, site 45 and 46 in separate island and it was more privacy and private lake beach

Wayne Gaskin

Aug 22, 2022

In need of some updating and better care around the camp sites. Was over run with ants.

Cara Hurlburt

Aug 17, 2022

We only camped one night but had a great time. The check in hosts (Trish and Will, I believe?) we extremely kind and helpful. The waterside sites are gorgeous but I would avoid the sites that back up to Buford Dam Road due to noise and lack of scenery. We were in site 7, which is quite small for a trailer. Ours is 16 feet and I would not try with something larger. Ideal for tents though. The bathrooms were clean but very minimal. No trash cans in the bathrooms, so please pack your garbage out. There are bins outside the bathroom. I did notice the dumpster was overflowing and needed to be picked up. The campground was very quiet at night, but be aware, there are houses across the lake from some of the sites. It could get noisy especially around summer holidays. We live locally and are familiar with Lake Lanier. There is lots of do here for recreation and there are stores and restaurants nearby. We will be back to Sawnee for another staycation in the future! Follow us on social media @novastrailerlife

Lindsay Tauberschmidt

Aug 3, 2022

Great spot. Will be back.

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Questions & Answers

How many tents can you put on 1 camp ground?

Timothy Smith | Oct 23, 2019
Mike Hopkins | Oct 23, 2019

2 tents.

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What time does the gates close at night ?

Pamela Doering | Oct 23, 2018
Brian O'Madigan | Oct 23, 2018

10:30pm

What happens if you are later than 1030 pm and gate locked

Debbie Kirkland | Oct 23, 2018
C Scott | Oct 23, 2018

If you haven't already checked in then yes, you need to wait. Otherwise the gate isn't necessarily locked at 1030. At least the times I've camped there.

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Do the have shower facilities

David Brennan | Oct 23, 2018
Kat Miller | Oct 23, 2018

Yes they do, two showers in the mens and women's bathrooms, very large and even handicap accessible. Also clean.

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Are people aloud to fish on the lake?

Suri Cano | Oct 23, 2018
Duane Harrell | Oct 23, 2018

Yes, as long as you have GA fishing license.

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When does this park close for winter?

Robin | Sep 22, 2022
Tracy Heeres | Sep 22, 2022

Not sure exactly what date, but we have camped there towards late fall before .

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Hello. Is there "hooks up, sewer water" for rv on this location. Thanks for your kindness

maricel Cisneros | Sep 22, 2022
Wayne Gaskin | Sep 22, 2022

No sewer hook up, but water and electric. Dump station available

How much is RV Parking????

Super Saiyan 9,000 | May 25, 2022
shannon booth | May 25, 2022

$26/ night.

Is the campground open now? As in the season??

Jesse Krovicka | May 25, 2022
Amish Schulze | May 25, 2022

It's open, yes.stayed there 2 weeks ago

every campsite allowed to have a campfire?

Jamie Singer | May 25, 2022
gilberto crespillo (crespillo5k) | May 25, 2022

Yes just don't buy wood with them is bad quality

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Are they open

Bob Brodie | Apr 25, 2022
LaVonte' Stevo | Apr 25, 2022

Yes they are open.

Is the campground now closed from September 15th till the end of March?

Suzanne Pearson | Oct 22, 2020
Ben Bates | Oct 22, 2020

Bolding mill is also open

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Are there any park model homes in the park that I might buy?

Ralph Taylor | Oct 22, 2020
Patty Cronic | Oct 22, 2020

No, great rv and tent campgrounds.

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Why is the Park closed?

Gail Everett | Oct 23, 2019
marcy atkinson | Oct 23, 2019

Is supposed to open June 13th I believe. They also had to find someone to work it.

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How close is this campground to anywhere to wade fish for trout on the chattahoochee

Thomas Baker | Oct 23, 2019
Skyler Jackson | Oct 23, 2019

It's not walking distance but it's less than a mile drive to the Chattahoochee since the campground is right by the dam

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are pets allowed?

rank rixker | Oct 23, 2019
Jeff Woods | Oct 23, 2019

Yes, but they must be in a leash.

is there long term like 6 months camping

chris peak | Oct 23, 2019
Jeff Woods | Oct 23, 2019

No. Unless it has changed recently, the park is closed a few (6?) months each year.

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Why do y’all not answer the phone?

North Voegeli | Oct 23, 2018
John Coloe | Oct 23, 2018

Not a question. Campground office staffing is limited during the off-season. Your best chance of speaking with someone is to call between Thursday and Sunday.

Do you have to show ID that you're 18 or older? Can you be 17 and still check in?

Chef Gomez | Oct 23, 2018
Cheryl “Crazylady” M | Oct 23, 2018

Have have reservation over the reservation center by phone no reservation no entering unless visiting family or friends then ranger or the volunteer needs tag of vechile and some kind of id

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Do you have to show ID that you're 18 or older? Can you be 17 to check in?

Chef Gomez | Oct 23, 2018
Bob Morton | Oct 23, 2018

You reserve online and then go to your park site and I'll put a tag on your site. You can pay online to

Have to wait somewhere to next morning to check in or already checked still have to wait till morning

Cheryl “Crazylady” M | Oct 23, 2018
Betty Wilkins | Oct 23, 2018

Yes. You have to wait.

Do they sell firewood at the office or do we need to bring wood with us?

Kasey Zittle | Oct 23, 2018
Greiners Family | Oct 23, 2018

Whichever Campground Host is on duty (whether in the office or out cleaning sites), they'll have the key to sell firewood to campers... there's a sign saying, "Firewood Sold between 4-6pm" but they'll always respond to a nicely spoken request. Oh and firewood is a cash only purchase.

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How come nobody picks up the phone there?

Eric Fondren | Oct 23, 2018
Beverly Grobe | Oct 23, 2018

They don't have an attendant in the gatehouse, only a short time towards evening I've been told.

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Could we get a campsite for our 40' fifth wheel with 3 slides, full hookups? December 12th for 6 or 7 nights and how far in advance should we make reservations? How much money is required to reserve? Thank you

Verna Struphar | Oct 23, 2018
Julie Ballard | Oct 23, 2018

Yoy can go to reserveamerica.com to make reservations. The sites were very large,so I'm assuming so. I believe they label on their maps the hookups and site size. I don't know what their availability is.

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Planning a stay with you in December. Is there a 6 nite stay, 7th free offer? Thanks

Verna Struphar | Oct 23, 2018
Pat Heath | Oct 23, 2018

We were told that the park would be closed for winter by the rangers. Better check

Are you open in December?

Verna Struphar | Oct 23, 2018
JP Crowley | Oct 23, 2018

Yes

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Are there sites to fit a 40' fifth wheel with 3 slides? What is the electric hookup?

Verna Struphar | Oct 23, 2018
C Scott | Oct 23, 2018

Yes, several. Back in or pull through. As for electrical I believe they have quite a number of sites with 30 amp service.

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Can people just park and stay for a couple of hours for a picnic? If so, at any time? Is there a parking fee?

Be The Light Chiropractic | Oct 23, 2018
John Coloe | Oct 23, 2018

No, you must be part of a party with a campsite reservation to be allowed access to the campground. With that said, I'd recommend Lower Overlook Park for your activity. The park is just across the dam (only a few minutes from the campground), parking is free and there are picnic tables, grills and restrooms. While there's no beach, the park is peninsula, surrounded on three sides by water. Hopefully this answer is helpful.

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Are the sites long enough for a 36 foot motorhome?

Joseph Lanning | Oct 23, 2018
Dale Dudley | Oct 23, 2018

36' motorhome will be no problem

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How many RV sights are on the water? We are looking to arrive September 26-29th 2018

Ramona McClintick | Oct 23, 2018
Chris Kyle | Oct 23, 2018

All rv sites have water.

can anyone tell me if site 40 has a waterfront view?

Jess VanDemark | Oct 23, 2018
Cheryl “Crazylady” M | Oct 23, 2018

Yes it does it is a tent site right at the water site is in a cove of the lake

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Are Tiki torches aloud?

Skyler Jackson | Oct 23, 2018
C Scott | Oct 23, 2018

As far as I know or can find there isn't a restriction directly regarding tiki torches.

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Do you have to arrive at exactly 3 for check in or can you arrive a little later?

Kaylee Alvarado | Oct 23, 2018
C Scott | Oct 23, 2018

Just call if you're going to be significantly late.

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Does anybody know if beach area is open or closed due to lake levels? Thanks!

John V. Hays | Oct 23, 2018
C Scott | Oct 23, 2018

The lake is only 1/2 ft above full pool.

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Do you have to make reservations to camp

Brian Byrd | Oct 23, 2018
elizabeth wikle | Oct 23, 2018

Yes. Recreation.gov

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Do y'all have any vacancies?

Savage Life | Oct 23, 2018
Stefan Bartelski | Oct 23, 2018

But you can take a look online, in case of unexpected cancellations, or call the office

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I’m looking for a cabin rental around the Lanier lake. Can you help me?

Frederico Abadio | Oct 23, 2018
Stefan Bartelski | Oct 23, 2018

No cabins at the campground, tents or RVs only

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Can we dock a boat overnight that we are renting for Sat-Sun since it won't have a trailer?

Brian Lancaster | Oct 23, 2018
C Scott | Oct 23, 2018

There aren't any dock facilities available for overnight docking although we've pulled out boat up to shore and anchored it before at our campsite. You will need to check the camp regulations for that though.

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Is it open yet?

Mythical LegendaryChris | Oct 23, 2018
Verna Struphar | Oct 23, 2018

Is it open in December? What electric is available? Can you take a 40' fifth wheel with 3 slides?

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Is there a beach area to swim?

Brandy Rowland | Oct 23, 2018
C Scott | Oct 23, 2018

Some of the lake front site have little areas that could be used as a beach - we've lucked out and done so before.

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can I reserve a RV spot and set up a tent instead? I do not have a RV.

Jessica VanDemark | Oct 23, 2018
Brandon Zackary | Oct 23, 2018

Yes but if you want a RV site for power and water they have tent sites with power (regular 120 plugs) water so that you dont have to worry about Generator and other RV sounds

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If I have a reservation to arrive by Friday, but don't think I will make it there till Saturday, are they going to still have my spot for me? or will they give it away since I didn't show for Friday?

Jess VanDemark | Oct 23, 2018
Brandon Zackary | Oct 23, 2018

You have to call the main office because there is no one in the campground office until 12pm Friday

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1.Can you come and go from the park at anytime? 2. Is there a limit to how much firewood you can purchase ? 3. Is there a time frame for fire burning?

Jessica Grena | Oct 23, 2018
Holly Kirkpatrick | Oct 23, 2018

Says 10-7 nut I never saw the gates locked.

To the tent sites have a grill? Or should i use a portable grill topper for over the fire ring?

Jess VanDemark | Oct 23, 2018
KimNat Ontheroad | Oct 23, 2018

Yes all sites have grills.

1.How much is firewood? 2. Can you play music? - if yes : what time is shut off ? - could you keep it on but low volume? 3. Are the tent sites spaced away from neighbors? 4. Do Tent sites have electricty? -if yes.What type of plug is required?

Jess VanDemark | Oct 23, 2018
ojas chaudhari | Oct 23, 2018

1. Firewood was $ 5 and you can buy it 4-6 pm only. 2-4. I don't know about music and electric hook up, since my site was non-electric hookup, water front site. 3. Yes, sites are spaced away from neighbors.

What are the blue, flat topped pipes in each campsite?

linden Linden | Oct 23, 2018
Mike Feagin | Oct 23, 2018

Or the in ground cutoff valve to the above ground spigot.

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What are the weekly costs for camping with a tent

David Brennan | Oct 23, 2018
Jake Vickers | Oct 23, 2018

The rates vary depending on the time of the year, but there do not appear to be discounts for weekly bookings. Its just the nightly rate times however many nights you want to stay.

Can we swim in the water there?

Sophiaren N. | Oct 23, 2018
Steven Higginson | Oct 23, 2018

Barely. The actual designated beach area is overgrown and not maintained. So forget the sand part for little ones. Depending which site you get you could have your own personal beach in a sense.

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Are firepits available for all camp sites?

Ken | Oct 23, 2018
Sarah Mitchell | Oct 23, 2018

Yes they all have firepits

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can you check in later than 3pm?

Jessica Sheller | Oct 23, 2018
J Dodd | Oct 23, 2018

They do lock the gates at night. And reopen in the morning. The hours are on the web site. Or call the campground for info.

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Is Sawnee campground open for camping still?

Will Couch | Oct 23, 2017
Scott Cochran | Oct 23, 2017

They are open year-round

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Do u have wifi

Calvin Fairley | Oct 23, 2017
Duane Harrell | Oct 23, 2017

No wifi

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